Pete Vs Anxiety!!!!!

Pete vs anxiety!!!!!

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🎙️ Welcome to Pete vs Anxiety — the mental health podcast that’s breaking the stigma and starting the conversations we don’t have enough of. Each week, I sit down with mental health experts, advocates, and everyday people to explore their wild, honest, and inspiring mental health journeys. Together, we’re proving that it’s okay to talk about what’s really going on inside. Because remember — don’t just ask, “How’s your day?” Ask, “Hey!!! How’s your mental health?” 💭 🗓️ New episodes drop: Monday, Wednesdays and Friday There’s plenty of Pete to go around — so tune in, laugh a little, feel a lot, and join the movement to make mental health talk normal Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pete-vs-anxiety--6084228/support.

Recent Episodes

SEP 17, 2026
The Trimesters of Grief
The conversation delves into the themes of grief, mental health, addiction, and the challenges in healthcare and insurance. Katie Rizzo shares her personal experience of grief and loss, highlighting the stages of grief and its impact. The discussion also addresses the challenges in mental health and addiction treatment, as well as the complexities of the healthcare system and insurance. The conversation delves into the complexity and impact of mental health challenges, the influence of social media on mental health and addiction, the importance of realness and addressing stigma in mental health, and the role of creative expression in coping with grief. Takeaways Grief and its Stages Mental Health and Addiction Mental health challenges are complex and impactful The influence of social media on mental health and addiction Chapters 00:00 The Trimesters of Grief 03:08 The Impact of Grief and Loss 05:59 Challenges in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment 08:48 The Healthcare System and Insurance 21:48 Impact of Mental Health Challenges 23:11 Social Media and Mental Health 27:38 Realness and Stigma in Mental Health 32:59 Creative Expression and Coping with Grief "If you want to try it, go to or click the link, api.psychpal.ca/try?ref=pete or use code PETE at checkout for 20% off." Katie's rIzzo: https://www.instagram.com/katierizzo007/ https://www.tiktok.com/@katierizzo007 https://www.facebook.com/rizzoboysandagirl/ https://www.katierizzo.com/media
41 MIN
SEP 14, 2026
the 2 year anniversay/suicide awareness/ mega colab
h The conversation then delves into the challenges of discussing mental health, personal experiences, and coping mechanisms. It further explores support and advice for those in crisis, addressing the stigma and judgment around mental health. The conversation delves into the personal experiences of mental health struggles, including suicidal ideation and the impact of social media and the internet on mental health. It highlights the need for understanding and support for individuals dealing with mental health challenges, as well as the negative effects of online platforms on mental well-being. The conversation delves into the challenges of mental health stigma, the importance of therapy, and the need for empathy and compassion. Guests share their experiences and insights, highlighting the strength in feeling emotions and the value of therapy for everyone. The distinction between empathy and sympathy is emphasized, promoting the need for compassion over pity. Takeaways Suicide awareness and prevention Stigma and judgment around mental health Mental health struggles and suicidal ideation Impact of social media and internet on mental health Emotions are not weak, and feeling emotions takes courage and strength. Therapy is not only for those who are considered 'crazy' and should not be stigmatized. The difference between empathy and sympathy is important, and people need compassion, not pity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Panel Introduction 03:06 Suicide Awareness Month 05:00 Challenges in Discussing Mental Health 07:59 Personal Experiences and Coping Mechanisms 15:01 Support and Advice for Those in Crisis 22:25 Mental Health Struggles 28:31 Impact of Social Media and Internet 43:56 Challenging the Stigma of Mental Health 44:20 The Power of Therapy and Emotional Strength 53:33 Empathy, Sympathy, and Compassion "If you want to try it, go to or click the link, api.psychpal.ca/try?ref=pete or use code PETE at checkout for 20% off." othering podcast: https://www.instagram.com/otheringpodcast/ https://www.otheringpodcast.com truth table: @the.truth.table.unapologetic https://open.spotify.com/show/7Lz6xfRzC0VMSYY99aik3Z?si=844e645e6983409f Chey: https://www.instagram.com/torturedsally93 lethal venom: noahspodcasts.com look in thru the glass: @lookinthrutheglass https://littg.riverside.com/
65 MIN
SEP 10, 2026
BDP is NOT!!! Bi-Polar
Borderline personality disorder is one of the most misunderstood mental health topics online, but Sarah Rose is making recovery feel possible, practical, and real. She shares how she built BPD Beautiful, why her fictional novel Sadie's Favorite started as a personal coping tool, and how she turned lived experience into a resource hub that people actually want to use.Pete and Sarah break down the difference between BPD and bipolar, the role of DBT in her remission, and why information overload can make healing harder instead of easier. Sarah also opens up about the favorite person dynamic, toxic relationships, the stigma even mental health professionals still carry, and what it means to create support that meets people where they are.You’ll discover how Sarah went from documenting her own treatment anonymously to building a growing brand, coaching people through real-life struggles, and developing an affordable membership hub and app-style resource for moments when coping skills need to be available right now. She also explains why her book includes an original soundtrack from her band Them Verse Her, making the story even more immersive.Pete and Sarah also get honest about parenting, cyberbullying, internet culture, and the pressure teens face today. Sarah shares why she protects her 15-year-old son from repeating cycles of trauma, how she handles stigma from both outside and inside the BPD community, and why the most important message is that there is hope for recovery.Sarah Rose is the creator of BPD Beautiful, a self-help resource hub for people with borderline personality disorder, and the author of Sadie's Favorite. She also coaches individuals and loved ones navigating BPD, drawing from her own recovery journey and years of therapy. Her band, Them Verse Her, created the original soundtrack for the book.Perfect for anyone living with BPD, loving someone with BPD, working in mental health, or looking for a grounded, stigma-busting conversation about healing, trauma, and what recovery can really look like. "If you want to try it, go to or click the link, api.psychpal.ca/try?ref=pete or use code PETE at checkout for 20% off."
43 MIN
SEP 7, 2026
Mindset Changes Everything
Chris Harris, a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive coach, shares insights on mindset, leadership, and sales training. He discusses the impact of martial arts on his life and career, emphasizing the importance of mindset in personal and professional development. The conversation delves into the power of the subconscious mind and the significance of metacognition in shaping one's mindset. The conversation delves into the importance of self-honesty, personal growth, and the challenges of change. It also explores the process of writing a book and the state of mental health in today's society. The conversation concludes with a focus on breaking the stigma around mental health and the power of love. Takeaways Mindset is a critical factor in personal and professional success. Metacognition and understanding the subconscious mind are essential for meaningful and lasting change. Self-honesty and personal growth The process of writing a book and the state of mental health Breaking the stigma around mental health and the power of love Chapters 00:00 The Influence of Martial Arts 01:15 Mindset and Martial Arts Training 02:56 Transition to Keynote Speaking and Authorship 05:20 The Book of Mindset and Understanding Mindset 07:23 The Power of the Subconscious Mind 12:18 Leadership, Sales, and Mindset 14:45 Men's Mental Health and Mindset 18:08 Changing Mindset and Self-Awareness 20:04 Self-Honesty and Personal Growth 22:10 The Process of Writing a Book and the State of Mental Health 35:03 Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health and the Power of Love
40 MIN